Tag Archives: state of grace

QUAERITUR: Priests obliged to say the daily Office but not daily Mass.

Posted on 16 October 2011 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

From a reader:
It is my understanding that those ordained to the priesthood are bound by canon law to pray the main hours of the Divine Office daily. I think by main hours, it is Matins, Lauds, Sext?, Vespers & Compline. However, how come … Continue reading →

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QUAERITUR: Will I go to heaven if I die in the state of grace?

Posted on 24 September 2011 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

From a reader:
Would it be accurate to say that if one were in the state of grace at death, one can be assured of reaching heaven after being purified in purgatory?
If you die in the state of grace, that is, … Continue reading →

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A summer reminder

Posted on 15 August 2011 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

Summer time and early autumn may not involve a great liturgical cycle such as Advent/Christmas, Lent/Easter, during which we may be reminded to prepare for a great feast by confession.
But every Sunday is a feast of precept, a Holy Day … Continue reading →

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QUAERITUR: Confirmed or ordained but not in the state of grace – Fr. Z rants

Posted on 18 July 2011 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

From a reader:
My question is regarding confirmation. Do those who receive the sacrament have to be in a state of grace in order for it to take? (the answer, I assume, is yes). I ask this because I am not … Continue reading →

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